Even after 20 years, I still enjoy the classic The Sims 1.

This game holds a special place in my heart, as it was the very first game my father bought for me on my first PC. He wasn’t as into games as my mom and I, but it made me realize why he ended up starting a real estate business. I remember spending hours playing as a kid, not knowing how to properly take care of my Sims. They kept dying from fires (accidentally), and some I purposely drowned in the pool - because, why not? Now, as an adult, I’m playing the game again, and it still feels the same. The vibe, the creepy burglar music, and the anxiety when a fire starts. However, I like to think I’m better at taking care of my Sims now - except for my own Sim, who kept dying from fire. I died like three times from fire. Please, let me live.

Anyways, I’ve read a lot of comments saying the graphics should’ve been remastered, but I’m fine with how they are. The UI could’ve been improved, a higher resolution would definitely help it fit with current displays. My only complaint is that the game still crashes every now and then. I hope it gets a permanent fix.